Your lawn can do far more than look neat and green, it can become a thriving, dynamic habitat. By adjusting your mowing height and frequency, you’re effectively shaping the environment for different species. From feeding grounds to shelter and hunting zones, each grass length plays a distinct ecological role.
When sowing a new lawn or overseeding an existing one, it can be tempting to use less seed to make the box go further, or more seed in the hope of achieving a thicker lawn faster. However, the recommended sowing rates printed on Johnsons Lawn Seed packaging are carefully calculated to deliver the best possible results.
Getting a new lawn established successfully is about more than simply getting grass seed to germinate. Young seedlings need access to the right nutrients at the right time so they can develop strong shoots, deeper roots and a dense, resilient lawn.
When you sow a new lawn or repair existing grass, the first few days after sowing are critical. Grass seed needs consistent access to moisture before germination can begin, while young seedlings must quickly develop roots strong enough to support continued growth.
Microclover® is a specially bred, small-leaved clover designed to grow alongside lawn grasses. Unlike traditional clover, Microclover® blends naturally into the lawn, creating a dense, healthy sward that looks great while helping to reduce maintenance requirements.
When we think about a healthy lawn, we naturally focus on what we can see above the soil: colour, density and overall appearance. But much of a lawn’s ability to cope with difficult conditions is determined by what is happening underneath it.
